What does overcontrol mean?
Overcontrol means (transitive) To control to too great a degree..
Overcontrol
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To control to too great a degree..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To control to too great a degree.
- Excessive control.
Example Sentences
She’s not fancy or overcontrolled: she sounds relaxed but alert, and a slight nasal flatness in her voice humanizes her, makes her touch the ground.
After a stressful event, the histrionic patient often manifests swings from rigid overcontrol to uncontrolled intrusions and emotional repetition.
Synonyms for overcontrol
Antonyms for overcontrol
Related Words
Word Forms
- overcontrols
- overcontrolling
- overcontrolled
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for overcontrol?
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What is the opposite of overcontrol?
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How do you use overcontrol in a sentence?
She’s not fancy or overcontrolled: she sounds relaxed but alert, and a slight nasal flatness in her voice humanizes her, makes her touch the ground.
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